This recipe for creamed potatoes comes out rich and buttery and absolutely melt-in-your-mouth. Lightly sweetened and seasoned with dill, serve these with or without green peas!
What are Creamed Potatoes?
Creamed potatoes are boiled potatoes tossed in a homemade creamy dill sauce! The sauce is rich and butter and, unlike regular mashed potatoes, it coats the potatoes instead of being mixed in. In addition to the cream and butter in the sauce, we add in a little bit of dried dill weed and a pinch of sugar. Much like our favorite scalloped potatoes (or potatoes au gratin) these are great with a ham or roast turkey dinner.
Why We Love these Potatoes
Creamed potatoes are the ultimate creamy cozy potato side dish. This dish uses ingredients we always have on hand. Potatoes are inexpensive and make a great side dish. They’re incredibly nostalgic and easy to make.
Ingredients and Variations
POTATOES In this recipe you can use any kind of potato you like. Russet potatoes are more starchy and will break apart a little bit more adding to the thick creamy sauce while waxy potatoes like red or Yukon gold will hold their shape a bit better. I personally prefer russet potatoes in this recipe. Be sure to peel them before cooking. SAUCE Heavy cream, milk, and butter are cooked for a creamy sauce that showcases the mild flavor of the potatoes. OPTIONAL PEAS Fresh or frozen peas give this recipe color, texture, and a bit of sweetness. VARIATIONS Make it a main dish when creamed potatoes are baked in a casserole dish with sour cream, some leftover ham and mushrooms. Add a few tablespoons of sour cream for a tangy flavor. Stir in some shredded cheese like parmesan or swiss for cheesy creamed potatoes.
How to Make Creamed Potatoes
This super easy recipe has just a few easy steps with a shortcut at the end! For a thinner sauce, reduce the flour to 2 teaspoons. Don’t forget to bake some hot and fresh, homemade Cheesy Breadsticks or some Fluffy Dinner Rolls to go with it!
Got Leftovers?
Leftover creamed potatoes make an excellent base for soup! Add some broth or stock, cooked celery, bay shrimp, scallops, chunks of cod or salmon, and fresh dill. Check out our Creamy Seafood Chowder for inspiration. Add leftover creamed potatoes to any of the following dishes:
Cheesy Potato Soup Mash and use to top Shepherd’s Pie Chicken stew or turkey stew
Keep leftover creamed potatoes in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze cooled potatoes in zippered bags with the date labeled on the outside for up to 8 weeks. Thaw, whisk, and reheat on the stovetop, adding a little heavy cream, as needed.
Delicious Potato Side Dishes
Potatoes Au Gratin – easy cheesy recipe The BEST Mashed Potatoes – a classic side dish Twice Baked Potatoes – a family favorite Oven Baked Fingerling Potatoes – simple oven-roasted recipe Rosemary Roasted Baby Potatoes – savory and delicious
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